Hi, I’m Sefako Ketosugbo. I’m a senior interior designer with 10+ years of experience crafting branded spatial environments for tech, entertainment, finance, and retail clients. I excel in FF&E specification, color and material storytelling, and translating a brand identity into compelling physical spaces. I also run SEEK STUDIO LLC, focusing on commercial workplace and residential projects that honor brand personality and lifestyle needs. In addition to practice, I design and produce custom solid wood and stone furniture as a freelance furniture designer. I collaborate closely with fabricators and artisans from final drawings through production, and I value clear communication, mentorship, and guiding projects from concept to installation.

Sefako Ketosugbo

Hi, I’m Sefako Ketosugbo. I’m a senior interior designer with 10+ years of experience crafting branded spatial environments for tech, entertainment, finance, and retail clients. I excel in FF&E specification, color and material storytelling, and translating a brand identity into compelling physical spaces. I also run SEEK STUDIO LLC, focusing on commercial workplace and residential projects that honor brand personality and lifestyle needs. In addition to practice, I design and produce custom solid wood and stone furniture as a freelance furniture designer. I collaborate closely with fabricators and artisans from final drawings through production, and I value clear communication, mentorship, and guiding projects from concept to installation.

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Hi, I’m Sefako Ketosugbo. I’m a senior interior designer with 10+ years of experience crafting branded spatial environments for tech, entertainment, finance, and retail clients. I excel in FF&E specification, color and material storytelling, and translating a brand identity into compelling physical spaces. I also run SEEK STUDIO LLC, focusing on commercial workplace and residential projects that honor brand personality and lifestyle needs.

In addition to practice, I design and produce custom solid wood and stone furniture as a freelance furniture designer. I collaborate closely with fabricators and artisans from final drawings through production, and I value clear communication, mentorship, and guiding projects from concept to installation.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Designer at Self-Employed (Freelance)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Source and specify finishes and furniture for corporate interior and residential projects, managing full FF&E process from concept through procurement. Collaborate with private clients to develop cohesive design concepts tailored to brand identity and lifestyle needs. Coordinate with vendors and suppliers on pricing, lead times, delivery, and installation.
Senior Interior Designer at SpectorGroup, NY
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Drove full design lifecycle on workplace and retail projects: visioning, design development, and construction documents. Directed FF&E selection, lighting, color coordination, and space planning to reinforce client brand identity. Mentored junior and intermediate designers; led educational round-table discussions to elevate team standards.
Senior Interior Designer at WRNS Studio, NY
January 1, 2022 - Present
Partnered with design director to create concept packages for high-profile tech clients, including full material and FF&E narratives. Managed procurement process end-to-end using database programs, from specification through CA punch-list. Applied working knowledge of building codes, standards, and construction systems to ensure compliant, buildable design.
Interior Designer at Design Republic Partners Architects, LLP, NY
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018
Managed materials library for 3+ years — cataloging finishes, FF&E binders, and vendor contacts. Created finish and furniture packages for client presentations; developed furniture standards for workplace clients. Consulted with vendors on furniture specifications and custom product design. Organized industry educational seminars for design staff.
Furniture Designer at Sefako Tolu (Furniture Designs)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Concepted and produced custom solid wood and stone furniture for private residential clients. Coordinated directly with woodworkers and fabricators from final drawings through completed production.
Project Designer at JJ Falk Design
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Created design presentation boards; handled finish plans, schedules, and construction documents. Coordinated with dealers and manufacturers on pricing, delivery, and installation.
Concierge Service Intern at Angela Brown Ltd.
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Created textile schemes for interior design clients; corresponded with manufacturers on fabric and furniture orders.
Principal & Owner at SEEK STUDIO LLC
January 1, 2024 - Present
Source and specify finishes and furniture for corporate interior and residential projects; manage full FF&E process from concept through procurement; collaborate with private clients to develop cohesive design concepts tailored to brand identity and lifestyle needs; coordinate with vendors on pricing, lead times, delivery, and installation.
Furniture Designer at Sefako Tolu (Freelance)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Concepted and produced custom solid wood and stone furniture for private residential clients. Coordinated directly with woodworkers and fabricators from final drawings through completed production.

Education

M.S. Interior Design at Pratt Institute
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
A.A.S. Interior Design at Parsons School of Design
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
B.A. English at Wellesley College
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005
M.S. Interior Design at Pratt Institute
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
A.A.S. Interior Design at Parsons School of Design
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
B.A. English at Wellesley College
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

NCIDQ Certification
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2026
NCIDQ Certification
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Computers & Electronics, Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Software & Internet, Professional Services